Bargaining

TORONTO—Unifor is alleging Walmart punished workers with a wage freeze after they formed a union earlier this month. The union is calling on the retail giant to stop the anti-union tactics and treat all their workers with respect.

“Exercising your basic rights is not a punishable offence in a democracy,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “The spike in unionization at Walmart facilities in Canada is evidence that workers at Walmart are ready to improve their job security, wages, and working conditions.”

Shortages of ambulances and dangerous wait times are just two consequences of a province-wide staffing crisis in the province’s paramedic services. Despite repeated calls for action, the Ford government has never taken the steps needed to ensure adequate paramedic services for Ontario residents.

Now Ontario New Democrats and four unions that represent thousands of Ontario paramedics are demanding the Ford government act to address longstanding issues in the sector.

The 239 members of Local 414 have ratified a new three-year agreement with their foodservice employer Dexterra at the University of Toronto Mississauga campus.

“Congratulations to the bargaining committee for fighting for a fair contract for our hospitality members,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. 

OTTAWA– Bell Craft and Services members voted to ratify a new collective agreement that secures more full-time work and wage increases. 

Unifor and CPKC Negotiations Reach Impasse as Union Plans Strike Votes

Dear Members,

Unifor and CPKC met during the week of November 26-29 to continue negotiations on non-economic bargaining proposals. 

CALGARY– Negotiations between Unifor and CPKC have reached an impasse after the company failed to engage meaningfully to make progress on the union’s proposals on critical non-economic issues.

MONTREAL – Unifor members of Council 4000 and Local 100 at Canadian National Railway (CN Rail) have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action, with 96% of Local 100 members and 97% of Council 4000 members supporting the mandate, preparing to take action should an agreement not be reached by January 1, 2025.

CN workers vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike action

Dear Members,

Unifor members of Council 4000 and Local 100 at Canadian National Railway (CN Rail) have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action, with 96% of Local 100 members and 97% of Council 4000 members supporting the mandate, preparing to take action should an agreement not be reached by January 1, 2025.

Unifor members at Extendicare have voted 92% in favour of ratifying 10 new collective agreements, achieving meaningful improvements in wages, benefits, and workplace inclusivity.